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R434 YYC

1998 BMW R1100

Silver Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

59,542 mi
Last recorded59,542 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2024
Typical for 1998 BMW R110040,406 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR434 YYC
MakeBMW
ModelR1100
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2024 59,542 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2024 59,542 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 58,925 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 58,429 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 58,424 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 57,439 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 56,329 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 51,702 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2016 51,087 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2015 50,874 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 50,832 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 50,623 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 50,527 miles

Rear Tyre Very Close To Legal Limit

Pass 1 Apr 2011 50,434 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 50,146 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 49,437 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 48,746 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 47,063 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the BMW R1100?

Based on 53,146 MOT tests across 4,232 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
1,091
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
4,232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 685
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 341
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 319
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 310
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 282
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R434 YYC is a 1998 BMW R1100 in Silver with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1998 BMW R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 40,406 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 685 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R434 YYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this BMW R1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R434 YYC registered?

R434 YYC is a 1998 BMW R1100, first registered on 29 June 1998.

Is R434 YYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R434 YYC shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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